Casual Server

Boardwalk; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Retirement Community in NW Calgary is seeking a friendly dining room server to provide a welcoming atmosphere for Residents, present menus, take orders and deliver meals with care.

You will set tables, assist with dishware, support catering and ensure cleanliness and safety across dining areas; shifts include evenings and weekends. Must have 2 years serving experience, a High School Diploma and a Food Handling Permit.

Qualifications

• 2 years of serving experience
• Preference for experience in food service and working with seniors
• High School Diploma
• Certification of mandatory training in public health and sanitation (Food Handling Permit)

Responsibilities

• Provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for Residents
• Present the menu, take written orders and communicate special requests to the culinary team
• Serve meals and beverages to Residents in a courteous and professional manner to their satisfaction and comfort
• Set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required
• Assist with cleaning of dishware and cutlery as required
• Assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events
• Assist in the orientation and training of new culinary employees
• Assist the culinary team in preparing, portioning, and serving simple items (beverages, soups, salads, desserts)
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas including deep cleaning when required
• Assist with housekeeping including light dusting, vacuuming, mopping, changing linens and making beds as needed
• Follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental procedures
• Comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures
• Be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it
• Attend in-service training as required to better serve the needs of the Residents
• Attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in the workplace
• Uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, and integrity as set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct and Handbook
• Complete all other tasks as assigned

Education

High School Diploma

Food Handling Permit

Job description

Location:

• Boardwalk Retirement Community (NW Calgary)

Responsibilities:

• Provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for our Residents
• Present the menu, take written orders and communicate special requests to the culinary team
• Serve meals and beverages to Residents in a courteous and professional manner to their satisfaction and comfort
• Set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required
• Assist with cleaning of dishware and cutlery as required
• Assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events
• Assist in the orientation and training of new culinary employees
• Assist the culinary team in preparing, portioning, and serving simple items (i.e., beverages, soups, salads, desserts)
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas including deep cleaning when required
• Assist with housekeeping including light dusting, vacuuming, mopping, changing linens and making beds as needed
• Follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental procedures
• Comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures
• Be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it
• Attend in-service training as required in to better serve the needs of the Residents
• Attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in the workplace
• Uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, and integrity as set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct and Handbook
• Complete all other tasks as assigned

Experience and Educational Requirements:

• 2 years of serving experience
• Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors
• High School Diploma
• Certification of mandatory training in public health and sanitation (Food Handling Permit)

Technical Requirements:

• Operating in an efficient manner while maintaining safety practices
• Working knowledge of English both verbal and written

Non-Technical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift
• Must be comfortable using PPE around commercial grade chemicals and sanitization products
• Availability to work various shifts (evenings, weekends, and holidays)